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ABU2479 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-15 90 The Word is a book. The believers are the letters. The letters of the alphabet taken separately have no meaning. But in combination they form words AHV.018, BLO_PN#045 Manifestation of God as mirror; Primal Will and the Word; Remembrance; Manifestation of God; Differences between the Manifestations; station of distinction; Identity; relationship of Manifestation of God to God; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
ABU3222 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-15 40 The most important thing is deeds. Good deeds are accepted by all nations and religions. As to presenting the teachings by word, the teacher must be as a skillful physician AHV.019, BLO_PN#045 Being a source of light; guidance; Goodly deeds; actions; Methods of teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3487 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-15 20 I liken you to the pupil of the eye. You are black and it is black, yet it becomes the focus of light. AHV.017, BLO_PN#045 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU2513 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-13 90 One of the Babis had a vision in which he saw a passage from the Qur'an written in English upon an arch beneath which sat the Shah. AHV.016, BLO_PN#045 Accounts of dreams and visions; Martyrs and martyrdom; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3045 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-12 50 Yes, it means that the dominion of their laws and ordinances covered such periods. The allotted span of human life does not vary from age to age. AHV.014, BLO_PN#045 Evolution; human evolution; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; The human body - -
ABU3197 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-12 40 The colored people must attend all the unity meetings. There must be no distinctions. All are equal. If you have any influence to get the races to intermarry, it will be very valuable. AHV.015, BLO_PN#045 Laws of marriage and dowry; Race unity; racial issues - -
ABU2395 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-11 100 This theory is not true. But in very ancient times Asia led all the continents in civilization. At this time there was a connection between Asia and America which was lost and entirely forgotten. AHV.013, BLO_PN#045 Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Mystical themes; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Universal human capacity for spiritual recognition; Universality of the Cause - -
ABU3388 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-11 30 The best means is to accept this Cause. All differences must fade among believers. In the present antagonism there is great danger to both races. Intermarriage is a good way to efface racial differences. AHV.012, BLO_PN#045 Laws of marriage and dowry; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU2898 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-10 60 There are four classes of people. The first is those who have accepted the teachings and occupy themselves spreading the Glad Tidings. The second is those who are good believers AHV.009, BLO_PN#045 Growth of the Cause; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3354 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-10 30 No, some games are innocent, and if pursued for pastime there is no harm. But there is danger that pastime may degenerate SW_v08#02 p.025-026x, AHV.009, BLO_PN#045 Gambling and games of chance; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Moderation; frugality; simplicity - -
ABU3409 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-10 30 The best thing for it is to accept these teachings. In this way they will gain the confidence of the whites and differences will fade. The Bahá'í teachings reveal the means of both material and spiritual progress. AHV.010, BLO_PN#045 Race unity; racial issues; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization - -
ABU0185 Words to Laura Dreyfus-Barney, Feb. 1914 940 Bahá'í Scriptures Thou hast asked concerning the spirit and its immortality after its departure.... As to the question concerning the soul... Be it known that to know the reality or essence of the soul of man is impossible DAS.1914-02-??, BSC.403 #740, SW_v14#01 p.011-012x, SW_v07#19 p.189-191, BSTW#381 Degrees of spirit and the kingdoms of existence; Existence; immortality of the human soul; Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world; Relationship of the soul to the body; Second birth; Soul is the essential reality of man; Soul; spirit after death; Existence; immortality of the human soul; The human soul; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU0190 Words to Laura Clifford Barney (?) spoken around 1906 930 Science is systemized Truth. The laws of spiritual science are as exact as those of mathematics... There are invisible threads which connect us with every object which makes up our environment. PN_1906 p013 Harmony of science and religion; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spirit of faith [ruh-i-'iman]; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity in diversity; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11121 Words to Laura Clifford Barney ? 50 If our ruling desire binds us to God we shall receive what is God-like. 'I link myself to God and not to dust.' SW_v14#06 p.167, PN_1906 p013 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience - -
ABU0559 Words to Laura Barney 500 Christ said, "Go into thy chamber and shut the door, and pray to they Father which is in heaven". Why did SW_v08#04 p.046-047 Methods of teaching the Cause; Need for an educator; Obedience to and respect for government authority; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU1044 Words to Latimer, Remey et al, spoken on 1914-10-19 300 One of the things that Dr. Farid has circulated in London is that 'I have grown old and weak...' My power consists of the Bestowals of the Blessed Beauty. DAS.1914-10-19, SW_v05#14 p.217-218, PN_1914 p104 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU1323 Words to Latimer, Remey et al, spoken on 1914-10-18 240 Truly I say I am well satisfied with both of you... There are many heralds in this world. Here is a herald who summons the people to the love and defense of his country DAS.1914-10-18, SW_v05#14 p.216-217, SW_v08#16 p.217-218, PN_1914 p100 Call to action; Growth of the Cause; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU2572 Words to Latimer, Remey et al, spoken on 1914-10-18 80 Persian چقدر اینها مضطربند ابدا سکون ندارند این علامات عدم ایمان است در قران میفرماید These people who called on us today were in a state of fright. They are expecting daily KHH1.113 (1.157-158) KHHE.172-173fn, DAS.1914-10-18, SW_v08#19 p.241, PN_1914 p098 Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Degrees of faith; certitude; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
ABU2818 Words to Latimer, Remey et al, spoken on 1914-10-18 60 Persian از این مکاتب ثمری نیست اطفال در مکاتب الهی هم تحصیل علوم میکنند و هم آداب یاد میگیرند The children must receive divine and material education at the same time, and be protected from temptations and vices.... In the scheme of human life KHH1.113 (1.158) KHHE.173fn, DAS.1914-10-18, SW_v09#08 p.089, SW_v07#15 p.137, SW_v07#15 p.144, PN_1914 p099 Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Education of children; moral education; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3237 Words to Latimer, Remey et al, spoken in Oct. 1914 40 You must be very moderate. Consider the taste of the public. This is the best policy. Moderation, moderation. SW_v05#14 p.216, VLAB.099 Moses; Courtesy; culture [adab]; Order; organization; tact; deliberation [tadbir]; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
ABU1404 Words to Latimer, Remey and students, spoken on 1914-10-15 230 Confidence is the cornerstone of all of life's activities. In the early days after our arrival in Acca DAS.1914-10-15, PN_1914 p084 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Conduct in finance and business; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
ABU0720 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-27 410 Convey to the attendants in that Friday evening meeting my love and extend to them my longing. See what has happened to this world.... You must all do your best to increase love among the friends SW_v10#17 p.315x, PN_1919 p014, PN_1919 p194, LAT.143-145 Christ; Christianity; John the Baptist; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Predictions and prophecies - -
ABU1694 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-27 180 Your steamer is waiting; it is best that you remain together and go direct to America.... Praise be to God that ye have come and attained this station PN_1919 p210, LAT.146-147 Shrines and Holy places; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU0428 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-26 600 It is mentioned in the Tablets of the Blessed Beauty. It is recorded in the Book of the Covenant and in the explicit texts of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas. Clearly He says PN_1919 p189, LAT.138-141 Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Contention and conflict; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU2638 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-26 80 Still there may be souls like Mrs Kirchner, Dr Nutt and Fareed who have personal motives and wish to make a station for themselves. Dr Fareed wishes to acquire money. He has no religion or faith. PN_1919 p014, PN_1919 p191 Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Selfishness; self-love; egotism; self-indulgence - -
ABU3196 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-26 40 Severance from the world is the first sign of the Love of God. As long as man is much attached to this world he will be unaware of the Kingdom of God. PN_1919 p203, LAT.141-142 Manifestation of God as sun; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness - -
ABU0699 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-25 420 The method of Bahá'u'lláh will be enforced and the House of Justice will not presume to change it. The purpose of Bahá'u'lláh's arrangement is that man is not to be interfered with in the leaving of his property. PN_1919 p186, LAT.129-131 Law of inheritance - -
ABU2010 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-25 140 The gathering of the friends is very good. In one month's time it will be very fresh and green here. This wilderness is where Bahá'u'lláh has crossed. PN_1919 p185, LAT.134-135 Christ; Christianity; Muhammad; Islam; Shrines and Holy places; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3407 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-25 30 Yes, if they want to. They must want to and take the initiative. It is not the request of ‘Abdu'l-Bahá. These matters are left to the House of Justice which will be established before this century is out. PN_1919 p188, LAT.136 Holy Days and the Baha'i calendar; House of Justice - -
ABU0211 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-24 890 Bahá'u'lláh lived in ‘Akká nine years. Two years were passed in the barracks and seven years in a house in the city. There was a mobilization at that time PN_1919 p178, LAT.118-123 Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Proclamation to kings; rulers; prominent individuals; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU0304 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-24 730 It affects the hearts. Conquering is not impressive. Humility makes impression. See what a conqueror David was. He conquered countries PN_1919 p181, LAT.125-129 Crucifixion; ascension of Christ; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Martyrs and martyrdom; Non-participation in politics; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU0210 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-23 890 It will progress to such a degree that anyone can travel with them. The danger will become less and less... Had it not been for steamers, America would not have entered the war. PN_1919 p032, PN_1919 p173, LAT.112-117 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU1235 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-23 260 It is rare, but the moonlight nights are more wonderful. The air is clear, the moon shines so perfectly that one does not care to sleep PN_1919 p032, PN_1919 p171, LAT.111-112 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Growth of the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU0305 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-22 730 This is childish play. They did these things so that the English would not evacuate.... On the way to Akka the rest of us went ashore at Alexandria PN_1919 p029, PN_1919 p155, LAT.097-101 Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Multiple meanings; interpretations in scripture; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Superiority; incomparability of the Word of God; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings - -
ABU0494 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-22 540 Each state, for instance New York, will have one House of Justice. The cities (of that state) will be under that House of Justice... Each of the friends should try to guide at least one soul PN_1919 p031, PN_1919 p169, LAT.102-106 House of Justice; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Elections; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU0693 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-21 420 In one of the American cities I was invited by the Jews to speak. As they had strong enmity, it was now the time to prove the validity of Christ. PN_1919 p162, LAT.083-085 Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU0934 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-21 330 When I was in Paris, a wealthy man invited me to a restaurant to have dinner. For his sake I went. For each person's meal they charged one pound. PN_1919 p151, LAT.080-082 Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Hospitality; Humor; jokes; Stories; anecdotes; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
ABU2498 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-21 90 If I speak in Persian you do not understand. It matters not whether one speaks Persian or English. Hearts are attracted by the fragrances of God... There are many calls in the world now PN_1919 p029, PN_1919 p153, LAT.086 Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
ABU2509 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-21 90 If the question of violation had not occurred, now the Blessed Tree would have borne fruit. It was near its blossoming, but this delayed it. PN_1919 p029, PN_1919 p154, LAT.087 Christian doctrine and practice; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Growth of the Cause; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Suffering; rejection of Christ - -
ABU0392 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-20 630 A group should come together every nineteen days. It is not optional, it is incumbent on them. In every city they should do this.... these Houses of Justice will not be in every village but only in the large cities PN_1919 p148, LAT.072-075 House of Justice; Nineteen-Day Feast; Elections; Music and singing; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving - -
ABU0636 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-20 450 In Persia every night there are several meetings in different places, held in the utmost supplication and submissiveness. PN_1919 p145, LAT.076-079, STAB#063 Growth of the Cause; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Rejection of Muhammad; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU2723 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-20 70 I remember the meetings, gatherings and churches which we attended in America... The condition of man is pure at two stages of his life PN_1919 p151, LAT.079-080 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU0768 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-19 390 For the present it is better to keep all the documents in the safety deposit vault... We will see what God wants. If America becomes illumined, its illumination like a magnet, will draw me there... The Turks are fond of eating. SW_v10#17 p.315x, PN_1919 p028, PN_1919 p140, LAT.066-068, STAB#159 House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Authentication; disposition of the Sacred Writings; Bribery and corruption; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU0913 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-19 330 ...In future you will see far greater gatherings... Yes. What could be greater than this war?... PN_1919 p026, PN_1919 p137, LAT.030-032x, LAT.069-070x Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Martyrdom of the Bab; Non-participation in politics; Predictions and prophecies; Sacred remains; burial of the Bab; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU0071 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-18 1400 The Blessed Beauty has gathered the East and West together. For this reason we are very happy. It is not in fun, but is a serious matter. It is beyond comprehension. PN_1919 p026, PN_1919 p196, LAT.056-065 East and West; communication between East and West; Martyrs and martyrdom; Predictions and prophecies; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology; Suffering and imprisonment; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU0622 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-18 460 If a delegation of Baha'is should go to Japan they will do splendid work, because the Japanese think their own religion is out of date. Even the Mikado PN_1919 p025, PN_1919 p133, LAT.053-055 Buddhism and Hinduism; religions of the East; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of the mind over nature; Existence; immortality of the human soul; The human soul; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU0950 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-17 320 We had at one time very great sufferings and persecutions. We were greatly harassed at Acca. Praise be to God that you came here in the utmost joy and happiness... A Turk came here and one of the inhabitants told him PN_1919 p023, PN_1919 p115, LAT.038-043, STAB#141 Holy war [jihad]; violence in the name of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Music and singing; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal language - -
ABU1216 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-17 260 I remember the time we were in America. There were several of us traveling. Those were good days. They were all full of the commemoration of God... Nothing but the religion of God can solve the economic problems. PN_1919 p023, PN_1919 p121, LAT.043-051, STAB#091 Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Future of Haifa; of the Holy Land; Maintainance of degrees in society; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Unity; oneness of humanity; Wealth inequality and its moderation - -
ABU1815 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-17 160 Actual despotic government is undesirable. A republican form of government is good, but a constitutional monarchy is better PN_1919 p021, PN_1919 p110, LAT.033-037 House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Excellence; distinction; Relationship between government and people; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Status of kings; future of monarchy - -
ABU0155 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-16 1030 Here is the Holy Land. It is a very good place. From all parts of the world people desire to come here... When I associate with pure and sanctified souls, my fatigue passes away PN_1919 p018, PN_1919 p097, LAT.018-024 Critique of Western values; culture; Education of children; moral education; Predictions and prophecies; Universality of the Cause; War and peace; Words vs deeds - -

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